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Limb Salvage
Medical Definition: | An alternative to amputation in patients with neoplasms, ischemia, fractures, and other limb-threating conditions. Generally, sophisticated surgical procedures such as vascular surgery and reconstruction are used to salvage diseased limbs. |
Previously Indexed: | Blood Vessel Prosthesis (1967-1998),Reconstructive Surgical Procedure (1999-2001) |
Limb Salvage Medical Definitions and Terms
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